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Description

Antennaria virginica

Also known as:

shale barren pussytoes

,

pussytoes

,

pussy toes

Scientific Synonyms:

Antennaria neglecta

Description

Endemic to a limited area of the Appalachians, the shale-barren pussytoe is a low spreading semi deciduous plant forming attractive colonies of half dollar size rosettes of small silvery leaves and fuzzy, white flower clusters atop 4"-8" stems. The spent flowers dry out and retain an attractive papery appearance.

Cultivation

Antennaria virginica is an ideal groundcover for poor, shaley, or sandy soil. It can be a welcome addition to any rock garden. It prefers dry conditions with a southern or western exposure. Part sun to full sun. Spring bloom time, April and May. Zone 6

Propagation

May be propagated by seed or division.

Additional Notes

Rare in it's native range, much of the Antennaria virginica flora is unknown. The plant is considered threatened due to the destruction of it\'s habitat by surface mining.